The Upper Room is a non-profit Family Resource Center located in Derry, NH serving the Southern New Hampshire area. We offer programs for parents, teens and young adults. Our staff, volunteers and board members are committed to improving the lives of individuals and families. We welcome your referrals, support, and help spreading the word. Thank you!
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Support for Teens and Young Adults
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Evolve!
Girls ages: 13-18
Wednesdays at 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Free weekly group
Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Rd., Derry, NH
A group for young woman ages 13 to 18 to talk about today's challenges.
To register, call ext. 16.
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Transitions - Young Adult Strategies
Ages: 18-25
Thursdays at 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Free weekly group
Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Rd., Derry, NH
New group where young adults can talk about things that are challenging.
Drop ins welcome. Call x 24 for more information/options for dates and times.
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Vaping Deterrent Workshop
Ages: Teens
Cost: $25
Thursday, February 7 from 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Rd., Derry, NH
Do you know someone who is looking to give up vaping? This workshop will show teens how to break the habit and replace it with healthier options. Participants will gain strength by being with other people also trying to quit. To register, call ext. 15
Also will be held
March 7, April 4, May 2, and June 6
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Teen Information for Parenting Success - TIPS
Young parents ages 13-23
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Free weekly group
Upper Room, 3
6 Tsienneto Rd., Derry, NH
A weekly support program for young parents ages 13 to 23. Childcare available.
To register, call ext. 12.
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UR Parents
Parents raising teens
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Free weekly group
Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Road, Derry, NH
A weekly Resource group for parents, grandparents and caregivers raising teens.
Drop ins welcome.
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Co-Parenting Workshop
March 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
$50 (book included) scholarships available
A workshop series for co-parenting after divorce or separation. Learn how to protect your child's well-being by keeping the children out of the middle, allowing children to love both parents, and working on communication and recovery. To register, call ext. 22
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Calling All Early Childhood Professionals!
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Workshop for Early Childhood Professionals: Play with a Purpose
February 21, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
(note new date!)
The Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Rd., Derry, NH
For early childhood educators in their programs, and how to help parents understand the importance of play skills; how to play with their children.
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The Day it Rained Hearts - Free Family Event
February 15, 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Derry Public Library
Drop in and connect with other caregivers and their children ages 0-6. No registration necessary.
- Craft: Make a Valentine (for your favorite pet or person)
- Story: The Day it Rained Hearts, by Felicia Bond
- Parenting tips and resources
- Snacks and juice
- Special Furry Guest: Pele the DOG will be available for children to pet and play with (optional)
Events are held every third Friday of the month at Derry Public Library.
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Derry Frost Fest Weekend February 8-10, 2019
Friday, Feb. 8
Ice sculptures
begin at noon
at the Adams Memorial Opera House
Spaghetti Dinner 5 - 6:30 pm
Pinkerton Academy Senior Cafeteria
Movie Night 6 pm
Screening of the Tom Hanks movie “Big" (bring a canned food per person admission) at the Adams Memorial Opera House
Saturday, Feb. 9
Family Show 11 am - 1 pm
Veterans Hall/ Parks and Recreation
Puppet show, game of
Twister and valentine craft (sponsored by Upper Room)
followed by Wildlife Encounters.
Kids Games and Activities
1-3 pm
Midgard Comics at Hood Commons
Sunday, Feb. 10 (subject to change)
Ice Skating/Hockey 12 - 3 pm
Hood Pond
Sledding and Snow Shoeing/Fat Bikes 12-3 pm
Alexander Carr Park
Special Events 1-3 pm
Alexander Carr lodge (balloon artist, face painting and cookie decorating)
Festival King & Queen Contest 2-3 pm
Alexander Carr lodge
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TURRFF and Community
5K /10K Certified Road Race
April 7, 2019
Start Location
Pinkerton Academy, Hackler Gymnasium, 19 North Main Street, Derry, NH
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Sponsors
Thank you to our generous race sponsors below.
Please
contact us
if you would like to be a sponsor, donate products for race bags, donate gift cards (for prizes), or have a table at the event.
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Book cover image: The Day it Rained Hearts by Felicia Bond, Laura Gelinger Books (2001) 1983
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